My little glass studio....

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05-25-2007, 01:26 AM
Glacier

My little glass studio....

It's actually a corner of the shop surrendered by the hubby! He even built the workbench!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...glassbench.jpg
The chair on wheels and the kiln is nice and close so the beads don't get cold before they go in. It's amazing how little cooling it takes to crack them in half! The little brown box on the floor beside the chair is my oxygen concentrator. The propane tank is kept outside to reduce the chances of blowing myself up! There's a fire extinguisher too, but it's blocked by the chair in the pic. Hopefully I won't need that! The shop has great ventilation since it was designed for working on a diesel tanker truck(that we don't own anymore). If it's nice enough I can open the doors too.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3.../homebeads.jpg
These are the beads I've made since Tuesday when I finally got everything set up, except for the dozen or so that I made today. They are still in the kiln.
05-25-2007, 02:30 AM
CathyBogart

Oooh, they're beautiful!
05-25-2007, 04:18 AM
cmayer31

That looks like a nice setup in the shop! I bet it's nice to be able to work from home and not have to rent space to make the beads.

I'm in awe that those are hand made, they look great.
05-25-2007, 05:37 AM
dukedogsmom

That is so nice. The beads are really pretty. I've watched people make them on craft shows and have often thought it would be fun to learn. If you ever make another bracelet like the one you kept for yourself, I'd be interested in purchasing one.
05-25-2007, 05:48 AM
Pawsitive Thinking

Wow! Is there anywhere I can have a look at the things you make - would love to buy something from you
05-25-2007, 07:23 AM
Blue_Frog

Ooo!! So pretty! I love your beads :D

Can your kiln do flat melting as well (to make broaches, pendants and such) using flat glass (stained glass sheets) instead of glass rods?

I'm jealous of both your kiln, and your workspace ;) I'd love to have enough room to set up my stained glass stuff here, unfortunately a 2-bedroom condo isn't the best place for it.
05-25-2007, 09:28 AM
finn's mom

I love it! what a colorful little corner! The beads are incredible!
05-25-2007, 12:12 PM
mruffruff

What a nice studio! I'm not into beads, but I could enjoy the process.

Hubby did a great job on the bench. Can I borrow him?
05-25-2007, 02:55 PM
Cinder & Smoke

W:)W!

NICE SetUp, Tamara!

"Cave Man" isn't charging "rent" for you using the corner of "his" shop, is he? :p
>> Don't burn your Finners! ;)
05-25-2007, 03:03 PM
CountryWolf07

Impressive. I like them! :) They're so beautiful & unique!
05-26-2007, 02:29 AM
Glacier

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blue_Frog

Can your kiln do flat melting as well (to make broaches, pendants and such) using flat glass (stained glass sheets) instead of glass rods?

Yes, if I take out the level with the bead door, it can be used for small fusing and slumping projects too. I don't do any of that stuff, but who knows maybe someday. Nice to have the option without buying a different kiln.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brody's Mum

Wow! Is there anywhere I can have a look at the things you make - would love to buy something from you

Not really, but I have pictures. PM me if you'd like to see them.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cinder & Smoke

"Cave Man" isn't charging "rent" for you using the corner of "his" shop, is he? :p

Not so far! ;) He is quite generous with "his" shop. His Dad carves in the other end of it.
05-26-2007, 02:48 AM
Hellow

Why dont you consider posting them in the marketplace, see who wants them. For the low, low price of $20. Walmart. Always low prices. Always!
05-26-2007, 05:37 AM
chocolatepuppy

Nice studio. The beads are beautiful.
05-26-2007, 09:51 AM
Bengalz

Awesome - how sweet of Stuart to share ;) I'm looking for the black ones .... :D may be the creation of that string of black pearls .... who knows? :D

Have fun and don't hurt yourself.
06-13-2007, 08:38 AM
Pawsitive Thinking

Do you do one-offs? Am looking for a unique bracelet
06-13-2007, 09:15 AM
sirrahbed

I love your studio. What an organized place to do your art :)
06-13-2007, 10:58 AM
ramanth

How nice of Stuart and what a great looking bench and work area!

How long does it take to make a single bead? :)
06-13-2007, 11:30 AM
Edwina's Secretary

I am in awe! I am a bracelet junkie. Fabulous setup....must make it so much fun to have fun...
06-13-2007, 01:05 PM
sparks19

Beautiful.

How long do they have to stay in the Kiln for?
06-13-2007, 04:08 PM
Glacier

Quote:

Originally Posted by ramanth

How long does it take to make a single bead? :)

Depends on the bead. Spacers are quick, just a minute or two. The bigger focal beads can take up to 45 minutes before they go in the kiln.
06-13-2007, 04:11 PM
Glacier

Quote:

Originally Posted by sparks19

How long do they have to stay in the Kiln for?

It take five hours for the kiln to run it's cycle, but the beads have to stay in until the glass cools to room temperature. The kiln heats up to 968 degrees F and ends at 700. I usually leave the beads in the kiln overnight.
06-13-2007, 08:35 PM
Bengalz

Quote:

Originally Posted by Edwina's Secretary

I am in awe! I am a bracelet junkie.

Sara,

I can definitely tell you that Tamara does amazing work and if you like bracelets, you simply must have one of hers. You'll treasure it as I do mine :)

Thanks again Tamara!

PS I'm still dreaming about that black necklace you're gonna create one of these fine days :D

Betty